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Coinme expands cash-to-crypto service to 50,000 US locations
Crypto

Coinme expands cash-to-crypto service to 50,000 US locations

Coinme expands cash-to-crypto service to over 50,000 US retail locations, offering low fees and easy access for cash-preferred and unbanked consumers.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 31st Jul 2025
Cybersecurity on alert as Iran shifts to disruptive digital attacks
Malware

Cybersecurity on alert as Iran shifts to disruptive digital attacks

Iranian cyber attacks shift towards causing disruption and political damage following Israeli strikes, raising cybersecurity alarms.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Tue, 24th Jun 2025

Global Stories

Digital currency stories

Akamai tool disrupts cryptominer botnets, cutting USD $38K
Malware

Akamai tool disrupts cryptominer botnets, cutting USD $38K

Akamai unveiled a tool that disrupts cryptominer botnets, slashing malicious operators' earnings by USD $38,000 through innovative bad share tactics.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 4 min read • Wed, 25th Jun 2025
Are stablecoins the new superstars of crypto?
Crypto

Are stablecoins the new superstars of crypto?

Stablecoins, digital currencies pegged to stable assets like the US dollar, are emerging as dependable players reshaping the crypto and global finance landscape.

By Paul Quickenden • 6 min read • Wed, 21st May 2025
How the Orlando Magic are reinventing fandom with data and AI
Data Analytics

How the Orlando Magic are reinventing fandom with data and AI

The Orlando Magic and SAS are revolutionising fandom by using data and AI to personalise experiences, boost ticket sales, and deepen fan engagement.

By Sean Mitchell • 5 min read • Thu, 8th May 2025
Is Bitcoin turning into the 'new boring' of investing?
Crypto

Is Bitcoin turning into the 'new boring' of investing?

Bitcoin's recent steady rise contrasts with falling stock indices, suggesting it may be evolving into a mature, safe-haven asset amid global market turmoil.

By Paul Quickenden • 4 min read • Wed, 7th May 2025
Is the crypto bull run over?
Crypto

Is the crypto bull run over?

After a bullish surge, Bitcoin faces a sharp downturn as investors reel from new tariffs and recession fears, prompting speculation on the bull run's end.

By Paul Quickenden • 7 min read • Mon, 14th Apr 2025
Kiwis favour cryptocurrency for long-term investing in 2025
Crypto

Kiwis favour cryptocurrency for long-term investing in 2025

A recent Binance New Zealand survey reveals 70% of Kiwis favour cryptocurrency as a long-term investment, eclipsing traditional assets like stocks and real estate.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Mon, 17th Mar 2025
Ripple launches RLUSD stablecoin on major exchanges
Crypto

Ripple launches RLUSD stablecoin on major exchanges

Ripple has launched its stablecoin, Ripple USD (RLUSD), on major exchanges, aiming to enhance global payments with regulatory compliance and transparency.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Tue, 17th Dec 2024
Bitcoin surpasses USD $100K, enters top seven assets
Crypto

Bitcoin surpasses USD $100K, enters top seven assets

Bitcoin has shattered the USD $100,000 barrier, reaching a market capitalisation of USD $2.03 trillion and joining the ranks of the world's top assets.

By Imee Dequito • 4 min read • Thu, 5th Dec 2024
CoinFlip Wallet launches in Australia & New Zealand
Crypto

CoinFlip Wallet launches in Australia & New Zealand

CoinFlip has launched its Wallet service in Australia and New Zealand, enhancing the ease of cryptocurrency transactions for users in the region.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Tue, 19th Nov 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Digital currency stories

Bitcoin settles billboard campaign deal in Christchurch, NZ
Crypto

Bitcoin settles billboard campaign deal in Christchurch, NZ

Localcoin ATM has paid Jolly Billboards in Bitcoin for a Christchurch campaign, marking a pioneering use of crypto in New Zealand's traditional advertising sector.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 8th Aug 2025
Block Earner offers first Bitcoin-backed home loan in Australia
Crypto

Block Earner offers first Bitcoin-backed home loan in Australia

Block Earner launches Australia's first Bitcoin-backed home loan, letting investors use Bitcoin as security for deposit finance without selling their crypto.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Fri, 18th Jul 2025
Zerocap & Pier Two launch staking for institutional investors
Crypto

Zerocap & Pier Two launch staking for institutional investors

Zerocap teams up with Pier Two to offer institutional clients non-custodial staking of ETH, SOL, and more, yielding up to 11% while retaining asset control.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 9th Jul 2025
Stablecoins, smart contracts and the rise of more intelligent cash
Crypto

Stablecoins, smart contracts and the rise of more intelligent cash

Fintech firms are reshaping finance with programmable money, using stablecoins and smart contracts for faster, borderless, 24/7 value transfer globally.

By Paul Quickenden • 5 min read • Mon, 30th Jun 2025
Cryptocurrency adoption in Australia hits record high
Crypto

Cryptocurrency adoption in Australia hits record high

A record 32.5% of Australians now own cryptocurrency, according to the 2025 IRCI, signalling a significant shift in the nation's digital asset landscape.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 21st Feb 2025
United Kingdom loses record GBP £306m to crypto scams in 2023
Crypto

United Kingdom loses record GBP £306m to crypto scams in 2023

Cryptocurrency scams have surged in the UK, with victims losing GBP £306 million in 2023, prompting warnings for greater vigilance in the digital currency market.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 6th Feb 2025